Oris Aquis Date UpcyclevsMido Ocean Star 200C

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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aquis Date Upcycle

Ocean Star 200C
Diameter
41.5mm
42.5mm
Thickness
n/a
12.3mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
41h
80h
highest
MSRP
$2,900
$1,360
lowest
Movement
Oris 733
Caliber 80
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely appreciate the Oris Aquis Date Upcycle's unique, colorful dials made from recycled PET plastic, with reviewers highlighting the compelling artistic look and conservation message. Some owners find the dial's appearance inconsistent or prefer a no-date version, and reviewers note the dial's complexity can impact legibility for a dive watch. The 41.5mm steel case features a ceramic bezel and 300m water resistance, housing the Oris 733 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Oris Aquis Date Upcycle for its distinctive, eco-conscious dial and robust build at its price point.
High-quality build is a notable feature of the Oris Aquis Date Upcycle. A potential drawback is that the multicolored recycled plastic dial may not appeal to everyone. Reviewers disagree on the importance of size, with one reviewer praising the watch's smaller size and another preferring a larger watch.
Owners widely praise the Mido Ocean Star 200C for its excellent build quality and value, with many highlighting the matte black dial, ceramic bezel, and applied indices as attractive design elements. The watch is noted for its light titanium construction and great lume, offering good legibility and wearability, with some owners appreciating its low thickness. Accuracy is exceptional, with one owner reporting 0 to +1 second per day. However, some find the 42.5mm case size acceptable but would prefer a slightly smaller diameter, and one owner noted significant wear on the case and bezel after 3.5 months. The crown is described as slightly small, and the bezel tension as potentially a touch light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Mido Ocean Star 200C highly for its impressive build quality and accuracy at its price point.
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